Off the beaten track, India: Tiruvannamalai

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When I put out on my Facebook page that I was on a train bound for Tiruvannamalai, one of the funniest comments I got was “better save some vowels for the trip back.”  Tiruvannamalai (pronounced Tiru-vanah-ma-lie or Tiru, for short) is a mountain town located in south east India, three hours inland from the popular [...]

VIDEO: How to Travel to India

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Video written & produced by: Michaela Guzy | Lensed & edited by: Zac Osgood | Production & writing assistance: Jordan Jones Founder of OhThePeopleYouMeet.com, Michaela Guzy, offers tips to making your trip to India hassle-free. Watch as she shares cultural differences to make note of, appropriate clothing, tips for the visa process and the best [...]

VIDEO: India’s Ancient Spice Route to Modern Day Chefs

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Video written & produced by: Michaela Guzy | Lensed & edited by: Zac Osgood | Production & writing assistance: Jordan Jones Watch as the Michaela Guzy, Founder of OhThePeopleYouMeet.com, takes us on a culinary journey through the lesser-known Indian states of Kerala and Karnataka. Her journey begins following the footsteps of Portuguese explorer Vasco da [...]

8-Day Trip to Malaysia and Bali from $1,990, Including Airfare on Singapore Airlines

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Check out this deal … For a limited time, Sayang Holidays is offering a special fare starting at $1,990* which includes accommodation at a four-star hotel in Kuala Lumpur and a five-star resort in Bali, as well as daily breakfast. Round-trip Economy Class airfare from Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, or Houston on award-winning [...]

The Youngest Pilot to Fly Solo Around the World in a Single Engine Aircraft

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On March 26th, 21 year-old, Captain James Anthony Tan took off from Langkawi, Malaysia, on a mission to be the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world in a single engine aircraft. His expedition will take him across the Northern Hemisphere, visiting 20 countries with 30 scheduled stops, including a seven-city tour in the [...]

India: Wellness, Spirituality, and Yoga – Video

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Watch as Michaela Guzy, founder of OhThePeopleYouMeet.com, explores ancient Indian traditions, culture, healing rituals and practices yoga in the lesser known states of Kerala and Karnataka. Video written & produced by: Michaela Guzy | Lensed & edited by: Zac Osgood | Production & writing assistance: Jordan Jones (he’s the guy getting a hot stone massage [...]

Hampi, India: Exploring the Temples & Ruins

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Having arrived in Hampi in the early morning and then exploring the surrounding areas by motorbike, I wanted to experience the spiritual side of this majestic town so I took the bike to explore the temples. There are three main temples in Hampi; Hanuman, Lakshmi & Durga.  I recommend reading a little history on the [...]

Hampi, India: Where to Stay and Eat

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WHERE TO STAY *please note, most places don’t have an address.  This is the way it is here, it is small enough to not need them.  When you arrive, simply ask someone or you will very likely see the signs. There are two areas of Hampi.  The main Bazaar, which sits at the foot of [...]